After a freshman season that saw him start the year as a projected first-rounder in the 2024 NBA Draft but wind up only scoring in double-digits two times all season, freshman guard Scotty Middleton has decided to enter the transfer portal. Middleton will also enter the NBA Draft, while maintaining his eligibility for next season. Chris Holtmann’s abrupt firing on February 14 may have had an impact on Middleton’s decision, despite the athletic department hoping that hiring Jake Diebler full-time would keep the core of the team together.
Middleton also missed the final three games of the season due to a family emergency at home in Florida. Middleton allegedly returned to the team the day before Ohio State’s season-ending loss to Georgia, but was not on the bench for any NIT games.